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ZIP 35611

Part of Athens, AL
Pop. 29,969·Limestone County·87th most expensive ZIP in Alabama
Median rent (all units)
$1,262/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.2%
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
-$703
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ZIP 35611 · $1,262
More affordable than 89% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$840
1 BR
$970
2 BR
$1,130
3 BR
$1,450
4 BR+
$1,770
Research median
$1,130/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$15,144/yr
At $1,262/mo median
Location
CityAthens
StateAL
CountyLimestone County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 35611 (Athens, AL) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
29,969
Median income
$57,377
Median age
40.5
Renters
40.4%
Age distribution
19.8%
22.7%
26.7%
13.7%
17.1%
Under 1819.8%
18–3422.7%
35–5426.7%
55–6413.7%
65+17.1%
Gender
47.9%
52.1%
Male47.9%
Female52.1%
Race & ethnicity
66.7%
16.9%
White66.7%
Black16.9%
Hispanic11.3%
Asian0.8%
Other4.4%
Education (25+)
18.7%
27.1%
32.2%
21.9%
No HS diploma18.7%
HS diploma27.1%
Some college32.2%
Bachelor's+21.9%
Housing tenure
59.6%
40.4%
Owner59.6%
Renter40.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 35611 in Athens, AL has changed in 5 years

Income
$48,178 → $57,377
up 19.1%
Population
26,761 → 29,969
up 12.0%
Renter share
38.9% → 40.4%
+1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
21.1% → 21.9%
+0.8 pts
Median age
41.8 → 40.5
-1.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $48,178 in 2021 to $57,377 more recently. Census counts show ZIP 35611 in Athens, AL adding about 3,208 residents over the five-year window, up 12.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 38.9% to 40.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 35611 covers Athens, AL. The median rent here is $1,262/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $970/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,130/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($57,377/yr), ZIP 35611 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 35611?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 35611 (Athens, AL) is $1,262. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 35611 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 35611's median rent of $1,262/mo is $703 (36%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 35611 compare to other ZIPs in Alabama?

ZIP 35611 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Alabama, ranking #87 out of 115 ZIPs at $1,262/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 35611?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,262/mo in ZIP 35611. The local median household income is $57,377/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 35611?

Rent in ZIP 35611 has increased 2.2% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 35611 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 35611 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,262/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($57,377/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 35611 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 35611 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.4% of ZIP 35611 households are renters, while 59.6% are owner-occupied. ZIP 35611 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 35611 compare to the rest of Athens?

ZIP 35611 is more affordable than Athens overall. At $1,262/mo, it's $206 below the Athens citywide median of $1,468/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 35611 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 35611 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,262/mo, rent takes ~26% of ZIP 35611's median household income ($57,377/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 35611 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5%
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